Bill > S00561

This bill requires certain agencies and individuals to provide notice to tenants about their potential eligibility for rent increase exemption programs designed for low-income elderly persons and persons with disabilities. Specifically, the New York State Commissioner of Housing and Community Renewal must provide such notice to tenants during events like receiving a major capital improvement application, processing a rent increase, or conducting annual certifications. Landlords are also required to provide this notice when issuing initial or renewal leases and during the annual housing accommodation registration. The notice must clearly display eligibility requirements and include contact information (website and phone number) where tenants can obtain more details about the rent increase exemption programs. The notice must be prominent and informative, helping vulnerable populations understand their potential access to financial relief from rent increases. The bill amends the administrative code of New York City and the real property tax law to ensure these notification requirements are implemented, with the goal of improving awareness and accessibility of rent assistance programs for elderly and disabled tenants. The act will take effect 30 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for agencies to prepare necessary implementation rules and regulations.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S561